June 4, FridayLast Class Today ;( .......SENIORS: GOOD LUCK! WE WILL MISS YOU!
Viewed Universe: Unexplained Mysteries
June 3, Thursday (Double Period 4, no pd. 3)(Double Period 8, no pd. 9)
Viewed Universe: Colonizing Space
June 2, Wednesday Finish Final if necessary.
June 1, Tuesday The Period 6 Final Exam will be given to seniors today and tomorrow during pd. 6.
May 27, Thursday
Final Exam Review or Viewed the Universe: Student Choice The Period 6 Final Exam will be given Tuesday June 1st / Wednesday June 2nd, and is worth 20% of your overall course grade.
May 26, Wednesday
3 Astronomy Test make-ups. Returned all course tests and covered Astron test. Completed Final Exam CPS review as a class. The Period 6 Final Exam will be given Tuesday June 1st / Wednesday June 2nd, and is worth 20% of your overall course grade.
May 25, Tuesday
Solar System Scale Activity Outside. (weather permitting)
May 24, Monday
Finished Universe: Milky Way from Friday. Viewed streaming clips on: Scale of the known universe, size of planets/stars, and the Hubble Deep-Field image. Label Popsicle sticks and create a Sun (Plah Doh) for solar system scale activity tomorrow (outside weather permitting).
May 21, Friday
Viewing the Universe: Milky Way
May 20, Thursday Astronomy test Today! Afterward finished viewing streaming vids on Universe and Solar System.
May 19, Wednesday
Covered Astronomy Test Content & Format. Completed Astronomy CPS review as a class. Viewed "The Universe" streaming vid. Astronomy test Tomorrow!
May 18, Tuesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Astronomy test crossword review puzzle. Astronomy test Thursday 5/20/10.
May 17, Monday
Finished viewing Life and Death of a Star. Students completed the Astronomy Test Study Guide. Homework: Completed Study Guide. Astronomy test Thursday 5/20/10.
May 14, Friday
Viewed Universe: Life and Death of a Star
May 13, Thursday
Covered CH 30 Notes 71 - end. Viewed accompanying video clip: Death of a Star. Students completed Star Life Cycle Concept Map. Collected completed concept maps at the end of class.
May 10, Monday
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered slides 32 thru 55. Doppler Shift clip.
May 7, Friday
Viewed Cosmic Voyage + question sheet
May 6, Thursday
Viewed Universe: Space Travel + question sheet
May 5, Wednesday
Viewed streaming clips on: Universe, Planets and Stars to Scale. Students completed the activity: Planets with Playdoh. Follow directions carefully.Don't forget to turn in completed Celestia sheets for credit.
Planets with Play Dough:
Groups of 4
Combine 6 containers of dough
roll into 1 long uniform piece
String works well for cutting dough
Label a piece of scrap paper for each planet, Sun, etc.
Follow directions carefully.__
May 4, Tuesday
Students completed the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1. These activity sheets are due at the end of class today.
May 3, Monday
Began by viewing short clips on: Planets and Stars to Scale and the Milky Way Galaxy. Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use). Make sure you complete WIki assignment 5 if you haven't yet done so!
How to open Celestia
Follow the printed guide and answer questions on answer sheet
Purpose: To teach the scale (sizes and distances) of our solar system, galaxy and the known universe
Controls: Much like a flight simulator. Accelerate(A), Stop(S), Center(C), Arrows control direction of flight. You will quickly learn that it can be difficult to steer your ship to a target. This is why Center(C) is a huge help once you've clicked "Location, and Selected" a target. Center(C) even helps if you've zoomed past a target. Don't neglect the mouse clicker (it is great for things you can actually see on your screen). Finally, the "Location" options can mess things up a bit; you should generally stick to "Follow" whatever your target is.
Use Internet to learn about things you encounter or to answer additional questions you have
April 29, Thursday
Review some basic rules and good practice:
Grades, motivation, and using class time effectively
6th period = 11:28 - 12:10. The following will be strictly enforced:
Coming to class on time
Waiting for the bell to ring before leaving the room @ 12:10
April 28, Wednesday
Introduce Wiki Assignment 5 and inserting links. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." This assignment is due Friday 4/30/09. Today and tomorrow will be the only class time given for this assignment.
April 27, Tuesday
Checked and covered homework. Finished with "End of the Earth."
April23, Friday
Finished with "Alien Planets." Finished CH 29 Notes on "Solar System Formation." Viewed Earth day Powerpoint (5 slides). Discussion / Ideas from The Green Book
April22, Thursday40th annual Earth dayTODAY!
Meteor showers tonight: (Weather permitting). Trash/Recycle pick up at the stream, park, etc. April21, Wednesday40th annual Earth dayTOMORROW!
Meteor showers tonight and tomorrow night: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/. Checked and displayed the homework. Began viewing The Universe: Alien Planets.
April 19, Monday
Covered CH 29 Notes 1-14. Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/. Solar System Explorer Gizmo available on-screen up front for those needing to complete data table? Homework: Solar System Explorer Gizmo due tomorrow.
April16, Friday
Collected remaining Rock Unit Tests. Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
April15, Thursday
Viewed last 10 min of Beyond the Big Bang. Students began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
April14, Wednesday
Watched Beyond the Big Bang 38 min. to almost the end.
April13, Tuesday Collected Take Home Test on the Rock Unit. Watched first 38 min of Beyond the Big Bang
April12, Monday
Checked and covered the Rock Unit study guide. (If you've missed multiple assignments already during 4th quarter, I recommend getting on track now. The end of the course will be here before you know it.) Students completed the Rock Unit crossword review puzzle. Students began the Rock Take Home Test (due tomorrow)
April9, Friday
Collect remaining rock cycle concept maps. CPS review of the Rock Unit. Students began the Rock Unit Study Guide. (due Monday 4/12)
April 8, Thursday
Collected remaining Metamorphic Lab sheets. Checked and covered HWK. Students completed the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity.(Complete this by tomorrow if not done in class)
April 7, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
Number the samples on your lab sheet #45 through 50.
Together lets circle those that are found in the kit.
Use the table on the front and your notes to I.D. the samples and to answer the questions. HCl is available to help ID marble; ask for a small drop, wash your hands when done, DO NOT get in eyes.
Begin work on the 6.3 study guide. (homework if not completed during class)
March 31, Wednesday
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide 28. The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 30, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab if necessary. The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 29, Monday
Collected remaining igneous rock labs from Friday. Introduced and began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Make sure to read and follow directions carefully; I'm looking for correct answers to the questions as well as a diagram that will be completed as you complete the directions. Homework:5.1 Study Guide. The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 26, Friday
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 (found in ziplock bag), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 25, Thursday
Finished Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed streaming video clips and igneous rock samples. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 24, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 23, Tuesday
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Students finished work on wiki assignment 4; this assignment is due Friday 3/26/10. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 22, Monday
Viewed streaming vid. on rocks and minerals (3:00). Introduced and began work on wiki assignment 4. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 18, Thursday Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today! Mineral I.D. Labs due today! Both done?: Mineral Hidden Message Puzzle for bonus
March 17, Wednesday
Finished Earth Bio ICE DVD. Completed CH 4 test review puzzle. Remaining time will be spent completing mineral I.D. Lab. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow! Mineral I.D. Lab due tomorrow.
March 16, Tuesday
CPS review of CH 4 as a class. Remaining time may be used to complete mineral lab work. (These labs are also due Thursday) Mineral Test and Lab Practical Thursday 3/18. Those who were absent for a significant portion of the mineral I.D. lab last week will need to arrange for time to complete the mineral I.D. lab. (Study hall, before or after school)
March 15, Monday
Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Believe it or not, ice meets the definition of a mineral.
March 12, Friday!
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Today you may use computers to attempt to verify your identifications. This lab will be collected sometime next week.
March 11, Thursday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: something that had metallic luster may appear as rusty. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
March 10, Wednesday
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipediapicsvs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 6-13). See directions below. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
March 9, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. I will lead lab groups through checking your kits and I.D.ing sample #3. Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-5). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. (NOTE: It is dangerous to eyes and skin! If you mess around with it, you will receive disciplinary action). The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you! DO NOT handle broken glass) Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
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Mineral Sample #
Clues and Hints
1
Non-metallic Dark colored
2
Rhombohedral?
3
Pretty easy
4
Non-metallic Light colored
5
6
Non-metallic Light colored
7
Vitreous = "glassy"
8
VERY Similar to #7
9
Non-metallic Light Colored. Texture / Feel
10
"Striations!?" Only appears on Table. NOT ON FLOWCHART
11
Often confused with #13
12
Pretty Easy
13
Often confused with #11
14
Sometimes confused with #9 (Look at ALL details)
15
Pretty easy
16
Pretty easy
17
Look at various samples with a magnifying glass or dissecting scope. (See any surface patterns?)
March 5, Friday
Continued work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well.
March 4, Thursday
Checked and covered the homework. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well.
March 3, Wednesday
Chilean earthquake headlines and info. Continued CH 4 Notes thru slide 37. Homework: 4.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
March 2, Tuesday
Finished and collected DVD sheets. Returned and covered Unit 1 Test (time permitting).
March 1, Monday
Scheduled test make ups. Covered CH 4 Notes thru slide 14. Viewed the first half of Earth Bio: Rare Earth DVD.
February 23, Wednesday Unit 1 Test Today. After the test we finished viewing Earth Biography: Oceans. If you have not completed Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections make sure you do ASAP.
February 24, Tuesday
I explained the Unit 1 test content and format. Viewed the first part of Earth Biography: Oceans. Students completed unit 1 test review puzzle. Unit 1 Test Tomorrow. If you have not completed Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections make sure you do ASAP.
February 22, Monday
Checked and covered the homework. CPS clicker review of unit 1. Unit 1 Test on Wednesday 2/24
February 18, Thursday
Completed work on the topographic map activity. Worksheets for this due tomorrow. Click here to see how a topo map will be generated from data collected yesterday.
February 17, Wednesday
I introduced and students began work on the topographic map activity.
February 16, Tuesday
Collected remaining " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" sheets. Recap on Unit 1 so far. Completed the Unit 1 Notes. Finished the "Earth Biography: Atmosphere" DVD.
February 9, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students viewed the "Earth Biography: Atmosphere" DVD" (Video Question sheets collected)
February 8, Monday
Demonstrated how to "Determine Distances on Google Earth." Finished " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" activity. If you do not finish in class, the activity sheets are due on Wed 2/10 (See me for a pass if necessary). Homework: Study Guide 2.1
February 5, Friday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced and students began the " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" activity. Make sure you've completed Wiki Assignment 1: Earth Systems Interactions by Monday. (I will be grading at that time).
February 4, Thursday
Discussed questions from yesterday's lab and then collected the lab sheets. Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 38 to 47. Homework: Study Guide 1.2 due tomorrow.
February 3, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced the Water Taste Test Experiment. We discussed variables, hypotheses, and the experiment itself. Students conducted the experiment, recorded observations and collected data. Homework: completed lab sheet due tomorrow
February 2, Tuesday
Examined student examples of Wiki assignment 1 on overhead. Used remaining time to a. finish Wiki Assignment 1 from yesterday and b. complete 1.1 Study Guide (due 1st thing tomorrow).
February 1, Monday
Learned some basic wiki editing techniques. Began Wiki Assignment 1: Earth Systems Interactions. (in pairs, but make sure completed assignment is on both of your wikis for grading)
January 29, Friday Students completed the [[file/view/Earth Sci Branches.isf|Earth Sci Branches.isf]]. We covered the Unit 1 Notes through slide 37.
January 28, Thursday
Seating chart on Sapphire. Covered Unit 1 Notes to Scientific Method.
January 27, Wednesday
Checked for signed course syllabus (I'll be around to check). Teacher demo of how to get to your wiki and edit it. Teacher demo of how to insert an image/file directly (Photobooth) and drag-and-drop from a second browser window. Teacher demo of how to insert a hyperlink. Complete tasks from yesterday and new tasks below:
Verify that you've invited me to your space and requested membership to the class wiki
Insert your picture, and a quick summary about yourself.
January 26, Tuesday Covered introduction to using computers in class, assigned student laptop #s, created explorelearning.com accounts:
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[[file/view/Computer Use EarthNSpace 08-09.doc|Computer Use EarthNSpace 08-09.doc]] and created student wikispaces accounts: [[file/view/Creating a Wikispace Page Earth Science.doc|Creating a Wikispace Page Earth Science.doc]] Make sure you use the Firefox web browser today. Make sure you follow username and password conventions! Write your username / password combos down and keep them on your syllabus! If you lose them, you will need to create new accounts, and that sucks! Signed course syllabus will be checked tomorrow (10 points)
January 25, Monday
January 22, Friday
Attendance roster / fill in seating chart / Introductions. Today's rhyme: "You choose, but if you talk loud, you lose." Mature behavior = respect and special privileges
Emergency procedures and exits
Course syllabus
Course website. Write it down and remember it; this also goes for laptop # assigned to you as well as usernames and passwords you create in this class. (There are 2 big ones: explorelearning.com and wikispaces.com)
Homework: Get syllabus signed for Monday. [[file/view/Syllabus21.doc|Syllabus21.doc]]
January 14, Thursday Final Exam Today
January 13, Wednesday No Class
January 12, Tuesday
Returned and covered the Astronomy test. Review Unit 1: Mapping. Quick Geology Review Game for extra credit? (time permitting) No period 3 tomorrow. Final Exam Thursday! In order to prepare for the Final exam, focus on studying the tests from the 1st half of the year that were returned to you.
January 11, Monday
Astronomy test makeups. We completed CPS clicker final exam review as a class and I returned the first three course tests. In order to prepare for the Final exam, focus on studying the tests from the 1st half of the year that were returned to you.
January 8, Friday Astronomy test Today!
January 7, Thursday
We completed the H-R Diagram Gizmo as a class. Students completed the Astronomy Test Crossword Review Puzzle (extra credit opportunity). Astronomy test Tomorrow!
January 6, Wednesday
Checked and covered the Astronomy study guide. Students began the H-R Diagram Gizmo. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
January 5, Tuesday
Completed Astronomy CPS review as a class. Homework: Astronomy study guide due tomorrow. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
January 4, Monday
Students completed the Astronomy Test Study Guide. This work is due Wed. 1/6/10. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 23, Wednesday
Covered CH 30 Notes 32 thru 55. Missing many? If so, show episode of the Universe. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 22, Tuesday
Briefly revisited concept map from yesterday. Covered CH 30 Notes 32 thru 55. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 21, Monday
Covered CH 30 Notes 76 thru 83. Students completed Star Life Cycle Concept Map. Collected completed concept maps at the end of class.
December 18, Friday (6 Jrs. @ assembly)
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered essentials of slides 60 thru 75.
December 17, Thursday
Finished viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star. (Period shortened due to evacuation)
December 16, Wednesday (4-Sight affects periods 1-3)
Continued viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star + question sheet
December 15, Tuesday (4-Sight affects periods 1-3)
Began viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star + question sheet
December 14, Monday
I introduced and students completed the activity: Planets with Playdoh (get a sheet in class). Results were discussed and lab sheets collected for credit. Don't forget to turn in completed Celestia sheets for credit.
December 11, Friday
Students finished the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (see 12/8/09 summary). These activity sheets are due at the end of class today.
December 10, Thursday
Students continued the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (see 12/8/09 summary). URGENT NOTICE: Yesterday I began looking at some examples of wiki assignment 5. As they stand now, some of you will receive drastic point reductions for incomplete assignments. I want to remind you that this is a major 2nd marking period assignment. I will delay grading until Saturday 12/12/09 at which time you will receive as much credit as you have earned based on what I see when I visit your wiki. Here you can find the original assignment description. Good Luck!
December 9, Wednesday (2 Hour Delay; shortened pds. 1-4)
Viewed streaming clips on scale of the universe, immensity, etc. Wiki Assignment 5 due today Check out this universe scale video from the American Museum of Natural HIstory.
December 8, Tuesday
Began by viewing short clips on: Planets and Stars to Scale and the Milky Way Galaxy. Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use). Wiki Assignment 5 due tomorrow
How to open Celestia
Follow the printed guide and answer questions on answer sheet
Purpose: To teach the scale (sizes and distances) of our solar system, galaxy and the known universe
Controls: Much like a flight simulator. Accelerate(A), Stop(S), Center(C), Arrows control direction of flight. You will quickly learn that it can be difficult to steer your ship to a target. This is why Center(C) is a huge help once you've clicked "Location, and Selected" a target. Center(C) even helps if you've zoomed past a target. Don't neglect the mouse clicker (it is great for things you can actually see on your screen). Finally, the "Location" options can mess things up a bit; you should generally stick to "Follow" whatever your target is.
Use Internet to learn about things you encounter or to answer additional questions you have
December 7, Monday (Brief meeting 9th period)
Mini-lesson on the current state of our job market and projected market. Students finished work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers" (this assignment is due Wednesday Dec. 9 and this is when it will be graded)
The Truth about our current unemployment rate:
It is being interpreted in different ways just like any data, scientific or otherwise. It is the highest rate since when? Even skilled, educated workers are having trouble; message: that is the MINIMUM criteria you need to have after a few years from right now. Message: get serious about your education, your work ethic, and your professionalism NOW! Why? Competition. Survival of the Fittest.
The Truth about the projected job market in 2015:
Not the greatest, but there are good sectors including science, technology and medicine. Wake up! All that you truly have to rely on are your health, skills, your education and your own work ethic.
What employers are looking for now and then:
What do you think? Put yourself in the position of a business manager, business owner, etc. What it should mean to you: Education, Experience, Maturity and Confident Professionalism (START PRACTICING THEM NOW!)
December 4, Friday
Students continued work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers" (You may get a computer and continue your work immediately)
December 3, Thursday
Students continued work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." (NO INTERNET; viewed The Universe: Space Travel instead)
December 2, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Introduce Wiki Assignment 5 and inserting links. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." This assignment is due Friday 12/4/09.
November 25, Wednesday
Viewed "End of the Earth." (Missing 62% of students for entire period)
November 24, Tuesday
Finished CH 29 Notes and viewed 20:00 of "End of the Earth." (Lockdown for entire period; this did not get accomplished)
November 23, Monday
Viewed the first 12:00 of "Beyond the Big Bang." Covered CH 29 Notes 33-46 "Solar System Formation." Continued with "Alien Planets" (time permitting)
November 20, Friday
Collected any remaining gizmo sheets from Wednesday, checked and displayed the homework. Viewed streaming video on Kepler's laws. Viewed The Universe: Alien Planets.
November 19, Thursday
Returned and covered the Rock Unit Test. Covered CH 29 Notes 24-28 and Powerpoint quiz. Solar System Explorer Gizmo available on-screen up front for those needing to complete data table. Homework:29.1 Study Guide and Solar System Explorer Gizmo due tomorrow.
November 18, Wednesday
Anyone catch the Leonid meteor shower last night? Covered CH 29 Notes 13-23. Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. This gizmo is due Friday.
November 16, Monday
Any students who did not complete the Rock Test must arrange to do so today. Covered CH 29 Notes 1-12. Students began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
November 13, Friday
Ring of Fire DVD
November 12, Thursday Rock Test Today
November 11, Wednesday (4-Sight: 22 min. 1st - 3rd)
CPS review of the Rock unit. Rock Test Tomorrow!
November 10, Tuesday (4-Sight: 22 min. 1st - 3rd)
CH 9 Study Guide. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 9, Monday (Family Emergency; CH activities reordered to facilitate my absence 11/9-11/13)
Crossword review for unit test Thursday. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 6, Friday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished "How the Earth was Made." Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 5, Thursday
Collected remaining Metamorphic Lab sheets. I helped students begin work on the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity. Homework: CH 6.1b Study Guide. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
Steps to Follow (groups of 2):
Get 1 computer and open the Concept Map Activity template above
Follow the directions to correctly link all items
Insert appropriate and correct image examples if necessary
Print 1 copy of completed flowchart, write your NAMES on top and turn it in to me.
Whether you finish or not, make sure to print your map today.
November 4, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
Number the samples on your lab sheet #45 through 50.
Use the table on the front and your notes to I.D. the samples and to answer the questions.
Use the Internet to aid in completing the lab and to access any missing notes
November 3, Tuesday
Short video clips on sedimentary and metamorphic rock formation. Students completed the remaining CH 6 Notes. Homework: CH 6.1a Study Guide
November 2, Monday
Collected remaining Rock Cycle Gizmo sheets from Thursday. Honest questions to consider as we move into marking period 2 (a.k.a. the second half of our course): If you are a person who did not perform at your best in the first quarter.... Did you put forth your best efforts? Use class time effectively? Complete the realistic number of homework assignments?......sometimes that's really all that it takes to do well. As for everyone who feels that they've performed their best.... keep doing what you're doing, and don't hesitate to go the extra mile. Remember: that which makes a good job candidate stick out is that which will probably get him/her the job. (Confidence and where is comes from: Brief story of an anonymous teacher from last year)
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide 28. Viewed more of "How the Earth was Made" (time permitting)
October 29, Thursday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 28, Wednesday
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Homework: 5.1 Study Guide. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 27, Tuesday
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 (found in ziplock bag), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 26, Monday
Viewed 5-min streaming video on the Importance of Rocks and Minerals. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed streaming video clips and igneous rock samples.
October 23, Friday Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today.
October 22, Thursday
Finished DVD from yesterday. Covered Mineral test content and format. Completed mineral test review puzzle. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow 10/23
October 21, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. Get completed Mineral Labs to me ASAP. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23.
October 20, Tuesday
Covered some potential mineral test questions. Students finished work on wiki assignment 4; this assignment is due Friday 10/23/09. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23.
October 19, Monday
Collected remaining mineral I.D. labs. Introduced and began work on wiki assignment 4. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23. Normally we would be testing tomorrow, but I postponed due to the number of people absent last week. Those who were absent need to arrange for time to complete the mineral I.D. lab. (Study hall, before or after school)
October 16, Friday
Students finished work on the MIneral I.D. Lab. Computers were used to help verify identification of samples. Lab sheets were collected at the end of class. Mineral Test forthcoming
October 15, Thursday
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Tomorrow we will wrap up this lab. You can then use computers to attempt to verify your identifications and ask me questions about the samples. This lab will be collected tomorrow.
On a side note..... has anyone seen my Neodymium bar magnets? Some of us were looking at them and discussing them before class yesterday and then they never turned up by the end of class. I won't be a happy camper until I find my magnets. Please help me find them.
October 14, Wednesday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 15-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
Mineral Sample #
Clues and Hints
1
Non-metallic Dark colored
2
Rhombohedral?
3
Pretty easy
4
Non-metallic Light colored
5
6
Non-metallic Light colored
7
Vitreous = "glassy"
8
VERY Similar to #7
9
Texture / Feel
10
"Striations!?" Only appears on Table. NOT ON FLOWCHART
11
Often confused with #13
12
Pretty Easy
13
Often confused with #11
14
Sometimes confused with #9 (Look at ALL details)
15
Pretty easy
16
Pretty easy
17
Look at various samples with a magnifying glass or dissecting scope
18
ONLY FOUND ON TABLE
20
Often confused with 27, but shouldn't be
21
Pretty easy
22
Metallic luster
23
Often mis- I.D.'d as #2, but shouldn't be
24
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
25
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
26
Metallic luster, even if sample doesn't appear so
27
Often confused with 20, but shouldn't be
28
29
NOT ON FLOWCHART
October 13, Tuesday
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipediapicsvs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 8-14). See directions below.
October 9, Friday
Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-7). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you!) Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
October 8, Thursday
Finished watching the Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Clicker review of Chapter 4 "Minerals." Part 1of the Mineral ID Lab is tomorrow. Make sure you're caught up on wiki work.
October 7, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Began the Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Believe it or not, ice meets the definition of a mineral.
October 6, Tuesday
We covered CH 4 Notes slide 48-54. Students completed the Moh's Hardness Scale Lab Activity. Homework: 4.2a Study Guide
October 5, Monday
Finished Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. Tomorrow we're moving forward with mineral labs, so this will be the last class time for making sure you're caught up on wiki work. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well. NOTE: Make sure you are staying caught up on your wiki assignments. At some point in the near future, I will be visiting each of them to grant credit for your work. At this point you should have a wiki completely setup with picture, introduction about yourself and 3 completed assignments.
October 2, Friday
Continued work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well. NOTE: Make sure you are staying caught up on your wiki assignments. At some point in the future, I will be visiting each of them to grant credit for your work.
September 22, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students completed Topographic Map Sheet. Unit 1 Test on Friday 9/25!
September 21, Monday
Students finished the echo sounding activity from Friday. Contour map examples were examined on the overhead projector. Homework: Study Guide 2.2Unit 1 Test on Friday 9/25!
September 18, Friday!
Students completed the mini-box echo sounding activity to create a seafloor map. This map will then be used to create a contour map. (NOTE: If you were absent for this activity, write a 2 paragraph summary of contour maps. Explain what they are, how they are used and feel free to include images from the Internet, etc.)
September 17, Thursday
Collected remaining " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" sheets. Finished the "Earth Biography: Oceans" DVD, completed and submitted the video questions sheet. Completed the Unit 1 Notes.
September 16, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students viewed the "Earth Biography: Oceans" DVD. " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" activity sheets due tomorrow.
September 15, Tuesday
Finished " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" activity. If you do not finish in class, the activity sheets are due on Thurs 9/17 (See me for a pass if necessary). Homework: Study Guide 2.1
September 14, Monday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced and students began the " [[file/view/Locating Places on Google Earth.doc|Locating Places on Google Earth.doc]]" activity. Quick Poll: How many people are taking oceanography in spring 2010?
September 11, Friday!
Discussed questions from yesterday's lab and then collected the lab sheets. Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 38 to 47. Homework: Study Guide 1.2 due Monday.
September 10, Thursday
I introduced the Water Taste Test Experiment. We discussed variables, hypotheses, and the experiment itself. Students conducted the experiment, recorded observations and collected data. Homework: completed lab sheet due tomorrow
September 9, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 36. Used remaining time to finish Wiki Assignment 1 from yesterday.
September 8, Tuesday
Reviewed the concept map from Friday. Learned some basic wiki editing techniques. Began Wiki Assignment 1: Earth Systems Interactions.
Homework: 1.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
September 4, Friday
Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 28. Worked on [[file/view/Earth Sci Branches.isf|Earth Sci Branches.isf]]. Review this concept map as a class and then I'll show you how to put it on your wiki.
September 3, Thursday
Viewed short streaming video "Why Earth Science?" Covered Unit 1 Notes to Scientific Method.
September 2, Wednesday
Created student wikispaces accounts and began creation of student wikis. [[file/view/Creating a Wikispace Page Earth Science.doc|Creating a Wikispace Page Earth Science.doc]]
September 1, Tuesday
Checked homework from yesterday. Covered introduction to using computers in class and created explorelearning.com account. [[file/view/Computer Use EarthNSpace 08-09.doc|Computer Use EarthNSpace 08-09.doc]]
August 31, Monday
Covered course syllabus and expectations. Homework: Get syllabus and technology use sheets signed for tomorrow. [[file/view/Syllabus21.doc|Syllabus21.doc]]
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June 4, Friday Last Class Today ;( .......SENIORS: GOOD LUCK! WE WILL MISS YOU!
Viewed Universe: Unexplained Mysteries
June 3, Thursday (Double Period 4, no pd. 3) (Double Period 8, no pd. 9)
Viewed Universe: Colonizing Space
June 2, Wednesday
Finish Final if necessary.
June 1, Tuesday
The Period 6 Final Exam will be given to seniors today and tomorrow during pd. 6.
May 27, Thursday
Final Exam Review or Viewed the Universe: Student Choice
The Period 6 Final Exam will be given Tuesday June 1st / Wednesday June 2nd, and is worth 20% of your overall course grade.
May 26, Wednesday
3 Astronomy Test make-ups. Returned all course tests and covered Astron test. Completed Final Exam CPS review as a class.
The Period 6 Final Exam will be given Tuesday June 1st / Wednesday June 2nd, and is worth 20% of your overall course grade.
May 25, Tuesday
Solar System Scale Activity Outside. (weather permitting)
May 24, Monday
Finished Universe: Milky Way from Friday. Viewed streaming clips on: Scale of the known universe, size of planets/stars, and the Hubble Deep-Field image. Label Popsicle sticks and create a Sun (Plah Doh) for solar system scale activity tomorrow (outside weather permitting).
May 21, Friday
Viewing the Universe: Milky Way
May 20, Thursday
Astronomy test Today! Afterward finished viewing streaming vids on Universe and Solar System.
May 19, Wednesday
Covered Astronomy Test Content & Format. Completed Astronomy CPS review as a class. Viewed "The Universe" streaming vid. Astronomy test Tomorrow!
May 18, Tuesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Astronomy test crossword review puzzle. Astronomy test Thursday 5/20/10.
May 17, Monday
Finished viewing Life and Death of a Star. Students completed the Astronomy Test Study Guide. Homework: Completed Study Guide. Astronomy test Thursday 5/20/10.
May 14, Friday
Viewed Universe: Life and Death of a Star
May 13, Thursday
Covered CH 30 Notes 71 - end. Viewed accompanying video clip: Death of a Star. Students completed Star Life Cycle Concept Map. Collected completed concept maps at the end of class.
May 12, Wednesday
Covered CH 30 Notes 61 - 70. Students completed the H-R Diagram Gizmo.
May 11, Tuesday
Students began the H-R Diagram Gizmo.
May 10, Monday
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered slides 32 thru 55. Doppler Shift clip.
May 7, Friday
Viewed Cosmic Voyage + question sheet
May 6, Thursday
Viewed Universe: Space Travel + question sheet
May 5, Wednesday
Viewed streaming clips on: Universe, Planets and Stars to Scale. Students completed the activity: Planets with Playdoh. Follow directions carefully. Don't forget to turn in completed Celestia sheets for credit.
Planets with Play Dough:
May 4, Tuesday
Students completed the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1. These activity sheets are due at the end of class today.
May 3, Monday
Began by viewing short clips on: Planets and Stars to Scale and the Milky Way Galaxy. Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use). Make sure you complete WIki assignment 5 if you haven't yet done so!
April 29, Thursday
Review some basic rules and good practice:
- Grades, motivation, and using class time effectively
- 6th period = 11:28 - 12:10. The following will be strictly enforced:
- Coming to class on time
- Waiting for the bell to ring before leaving the room @ 12:10
- Don't say I didn't warn you.
Students finished work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers."April 28, Wednesday
Introduce Wiki Assignment 5 and inserting links. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." This assignment is due Friday 4/30/09. Today and tomorrow will be the only class time given for this assignment.
April 27, Tuesday
Checked and covered homework. Finished with "End of the Earth."
April 26, Monday
Finished CH 29 Notes and viewed 20:00 of "End of the Earth." Homework: 29.4 Study Guide
April 23, Friday
Finished with "Alien Planets." Finished CH 29 Notes on "Solar System Formation." Viewed Earth day Powerpoint (5 slides). Discussion / Ideas from The Green Book
April 22, Thursday 40th annual Earth day TODAY!
Meteor showers tonight: (Weather permitting). Trash/Recycle pick up at the stream, park, etc.
April 21, Wednesday 40th annual Earth day TOMORROW!
Meteor showers tonight and tomorrow night: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/. Checked and displayed the homework. Began viewing The Universe: Alien Planets.
April 20, Tuesday
Collected any remaining gizmo sheets from Friday. Covered CH 29 Notes through slide 40. Demo: "Orbiting the center of mass" and Powerpoint quiz. Homework: 29.1 Study Guide Meteor showers tomorrow: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/
April 19, Monday
Covered CH 29 Notes 1-14. Meteor showers: (Weather permitting) Lyrids April 21-22 http://www.theskyscrapers.org/meteors/. Solar System Explorer Gizmo available on-screen up front for those needing to complete data table?
Homework: Solar System Explorer Gizmo due tomorrow.
April 16, Friday
Collected remaining Rock Unit Tests. Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
April 15, Thursday
Viewed last 10 min of Beyond the Big Bang. Students began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
April 14, Wednesday
Watched Beyond the Big Bang 38 min. to almost the end.
April 13, Tuesday
Collected Take Home Test on the Rock Unit. Watched first 38 min of Beyond the Big Bang
April 12, Monday
Checked and covered the Rock Unit study guide. (If you've missed multiple assignments already during 4th quarter, I recommend getting on track now. The end of the course will be here before you know it.) Students completed the Rock Unit crossword review puzzle. Students began the Rock Take Home Test (due tomorrow)
April 9, Friday
Collect remaining rock cycle concept maps. CPS review of the Rock Unit. Students began the Rock Unit Study Guide. (due Monday 4/12)
April 8, Thursday
Collected remaining Metamorphic Lab sheets. Checked and covered HWK. Students completed the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity. (Complete this by tomorrow if not done in class)
April 7, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
April 6, Tuesday
Viewed graph of 3rd MP performance. Covered the remaining CH 6 Notes. Homework: CH 6.1a Study Guide
April 1, Thursday (Volleyball Tournament)
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March 31, Wednesday
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide 28. The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 30, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab if necessary.
The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 29, Monday
Collected remaining igneous rock labs from Friday. Introduced and began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Make sure to read and follow directions carefully; I'm looking for correct answers to the questions as well as a diagram that will be completed as you complete the directions. Homework: 5.1 Study Guide.
The end of the first marking period is April 2nd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW and STAY CAUGHT UP!
March 26, Friday
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 (found in ziplock bag), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 25, Thursday
Finished Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed streaming video clips and igneous rock samples.
The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 24, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 23, Tuesday
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Students finished work on wiki assignment 4; this assignment is due Friday 3/26/10. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 22, Monday
Viewed streaming vid. on rocks and minerals (3:00). Introduced and began work on wiki assignment 4. The end of the first marking period is April 2. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
March 18, Thursday
Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today! Mineral I.D. Labs due today! Both done?: Mineral Hidden Message Puzzle for bonus
March 17, Wednesday
Finished Earth Bio ICE DVD. Completed CH 4 test review puzzle. Remaining time will be spent completing mineral I.D. Lab. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow! Mineral I.D. Lab due tomorrow.
March 16, Tuesday
CPS review of CH 4 as a class. Remaining time may be used to complete mineral lab work. (These labs are also due Thursday) Mineral Test and Lab Practical Thursday 3/18. Those who were absent for a significant portion of the mineral I.D. lab last week will need to arrange for time to complete the mineral I.D. lab. (Study hall, before or after school)
March 15, Monday
Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Believe it or not, ice meets the definition of a mineral.
March 12, Friday!
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Today you may use computers to attempt to verify your identifications. This lab will be collected sometime next week.
March 11, Thursday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 14-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: something that had metallic luster may appear as rusty. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
March 10, Wednesday
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipedia pics vs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 6-13). See directions below. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
March 9, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. I will lead lab groups through checking your kits and I.D.ing sample #3. Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-5). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. (NOTE: It is dangerous to eyes and skin! If you mess around with it, you will receive disciplinary action). The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you! DO NOT handle broken glass)
Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
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March 8, Monday
Covered CH 4 Notes thru slide 54. Homework: 4.2a Study Guide
March 5, Friday
Continued work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well.
March 4, Thursday
Checked and covered the homework. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well.
March 3, Wednesday
Chilean earthquake headlines and info. Continued CH 4 Notes thru slide 37. Homework: 4.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
March 2, Tuesday
Finished and collected DVD sheets. Returned and covered Unit 1 Test (time permitting).
March 1, Monday
Scheduled test make ups. Covered CH 4 Notes thru slide 14. Viewed the first half of Earth Bio: Rare Earth DVD.
February 23, Wednesday
Unit 1 Test Today. After the test we finished viewing Earth Biography: Oceans. If you have not completed Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections make sure you do ASAP.
February 24, Tuesday
I explained the Unit 1 test content and format. Viewed the first part of Earth Biography: Oceans. Students completed unit 1 test review puzzle. Unit 1 Test Tomorrow. If you have not completed Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections make sure you do ASAP.
February 22, Monday
Checked and covered the homework. CPS clicker review of unit 1. Unit 1 Test on Wednesday 2/24
February 19, Friday
Collected remaining topographic map activity sheets. Students worked on Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections. Homework: Study Guide 2.2 Unit 1 Test on Wednesday 2/24
February 18, Thursday
Completed work on the topographic map activity. Worksheets for this due tomorrow. Click here to see how a topo map will be generated from data collected yesterday.
February 17, Wednesday
I introduced and students began work on the topographic map activity.
February 16, Tuesday
Collected remaining "
February 9, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students viewed the "Earth Biography: Atmosphere" DVD" (Video Question sheets collected)
February 8, Monday
Demonstrated how to "Determine Distances on Google Earth." Finished "
February 5, Friday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced and students began the "
February 4, Thursday
Discussed questions from yesterday's lab and then collected the lab sheets. Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 38 to 47. Homework: Study Guide 1.2 due tomorrow.
February 3, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced the Water Taste Test Experiment. We discussed variables, hypotheses, and the experiment itself. Students conducted the experiment, recorded observations and collected data. Homework: completed lab sheet due tomorrow
February 2, Tuesday
Examined student examples of Wiki assignment 1 on overhead. Used remaining time to a. finish Wiki Assignment 1 from yesterday and b. complete 1.1 Study Guide (due 1st thing tomorrow).
February 1, Monday
Learned some basic wiki editing techniques. Began Wiki Assignment 1: Earth Systems Interactions. (in pairs, but make sure completed assignment is on both of your wikis for grading)
January 29, Friday Students completed the
January 28, Thursday
Seating chart on Sapphire. Covered Unit 1 Notes to Scientific Method.
January 27, Wednesday
Checked for signed course syllabus (I'll be around to check). Teacher demo of how to get to your wiki and edit it. Teacher demo of how to insert an image/file directly (Photobooth) and drag-and-drop from a second browser window. Teacher demo of how to insert a hyperlink.
Complete tasks from yesterday and new tasks below:
January 26, Tuesday Covered introduction to using computers in class, assigned student laptop #s, created explorelearning.com accounts:
Make sure you use the Firefox web browser today.
Make sure you follow username and password conventions!
Write your username / password combos down and keep them on your syllabus! If you lose them, you will need to create new accounts, and that sucks!
Signed course syllabus will be checked tomorrow (10 points)
January 25, Monday
January 22, Friday
- Attendance roster / fill in seating chart / Introductions. Today's rhyme: "You choose, but if you talk loud, you lose." Mature behavior = respect and special privileges
- Emergency procedures and exits
- Course syllabus
- Course website. Write it down and remember it; this also goes for laptop # assigned to you as well as usernames and passwords you create in this class. (There are 2 big ones: explorelearning.com and wikispaces.com)
- Video: Why Earth Science? (time permitting)
- Textbook Review
Homework: Get syllabus signed for Monday.January 14, Thursday
Final Exam Today
January 13, Wednesday
No Class
January 12, Tuesday
Returned and covered the Astronomy test. Review Unit 1: Mapping. Quick Geology Review Game for extra credit? (time permitting)
No period 3 tomorrow. Final Exam Thursday! In order to prepare for the Final exam, focus on studying the tests from the 1st half of the year that were returned to you.
January 11, Monday
Astronomy test makeups. We completed CPS clicker final exam review as a class and I returned the first three course tests.
In order to prepare for the Final exam, focus on studying the tests from the 1st half of the year that were returned to you.
January 8, Friday
Astronomy test Today!
January 7, Thursday
We completed the H-R Diagram Gizmo as a class. Students completed the Astronomy Test Crossword Review Puzzle (extra credit opportunity). Astronomy test Tomorrow!
January 6, Wednesday
Checked and covered the Astronomy study guide. Students began the H-R Diagram Gizmo. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
January 5, Tuesday
Completed Astronomy CPS review as a class. Homework: Astronomy study guide due tomorrow. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
January 4, Monday
Students completed the Astronomy Test Study Guide. This work is due Wed. 1/6/10. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 23, Wednesday
Covered CH 30 Notes 32 thru 55. Missing many? If so, show episode of the Universe. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 22, Tuesday
Briefly revisited concept map from yesterday. Covered CH 30 Notes 32 thru 55. Astronomy test Friday 1/8/10
December 21, Monday
Covered CH 30 Notes 76 thru 83. Students completed Star Life Cycle Concept Map. Collected completed concept maps at the end of class.
December 18, Friday (6 Jrs. @ assembly)
Handed out all CH 30 Notes and covered essentials of slides 60 thru 75.
December 17, Thursday
Finished viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star. (Period shortened due to evacuation)
December 16, Wednesday (4-Sight affects periods 1-3)
Continued viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star + question sheet
December 15, Tuesday (4-Sight affects periods 1-3)
Began viewing Universe: Life and Death of a Star + question sheet
December 14, Monday
I introduced and students completed the activity: Planets with Playdoh (get a sheet in class). Results were discussed and lab sheets collected for credit. Don't forget to turn in completed Celestia sheets for credit.
December 11, Friday
Students finished the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (see 12/8/09 summary). These activity sheets are due at the end of class today.
December 10, Thursday
Students continued the assignment: Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (see 12/8/09 summary). URGENT NOTICE: Yesterday I began looking at some examples of wiki assignment 5. As they stand now, some of you will receive drastic point reductions for incomplete assignments. I want to remind you that this is a major 2nd marking period assignment. I will delay grading until Saturday 12/12/09 at which time you will receive as much credit as you have earned based on what I see when I visit your wiki. Here you can find the original assignment description. Good Luck!
December 9, Wednesday (2 Hour Delay; shortened pds. 1-4)
Viewed streaming clips on scale of the universe, immensity, etc. Wiki Assignment 5 due today Check out this universe scale video from the American Museum of Natural HIstory.
December 8, Tuesday
Began by viewing short clips on: Planets and Stars to Scale and the Milky Way Galaxy. Introduced and began work on Scale of the Universe: Celestia part 1 (here is the answer sheet to use). Wiki Assignment 5 due tomorrow
December 7, Monday (Brief meeting 9th period)
Mini-lesson on the current state of our job market and projected market. Students finished work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers" (this assignment is due Wednesday Dec. 9 and this is when it will be graded)
Youtube video from CNN November 2009:
The Truth about our current unemployment rate:
It is being interpreted in different ways just like any data, scientific or otherwise. It is the highest rate since when? Even skilled, educated workers are having trouble; message: that is the MINIMUM criteria you need to have after a few years from right now. Message: get serious about your education, your work ethic, and your professionalism NOW! Why? Competition. Survival of the Fittest.
The Truth about the projected job market in 2015:
Not the greatest, but there are good sectors including science, technology and medicine. Wake up! All that you truly have to rely on are your health, skills, your education and your own work ethic.
What employers are looking for now and then:
What do you think? Put yourself in the position of a business manager, business owner, etc. What it should mean to you: Education, Experience, Maturity and Confident Professionalism (START PRACTICING THEM NOW!)
December 4, Friday
Students continued work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers" (You may get a computer and continue your work immediately)
December 3, Thursday
Students continued work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." (NO INTERNET; viewed The Universe: Space Travel instead)
December 2, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Introduce Wiki Assignment 5 and inserting links. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 5: "Solar System Formation and Leftovers." This assignment is due Friday 12/4/09.
December 1, Tuesday
Finished CH 29 Notes. Continued with Alien Planets DVD. Homework: 29.4 Study Guide
November 25, Wednesday
Viewed "End of the Earth." (Missing 62% of students for entire period)
November 24, Tuesday
Finished CH 29 Notes and viewed 20:00 of "End of the Earth." (Lockdown for entire period; this did not get accomplished)
November 23, Monday
Viewed the first 12:00 of "Beyond the Big Bang." Covered CH 29 Notes 33-46 "Solar System Formation." Continued with "Alien Planets" (time permitting)
November 20, Friday
Collected any remaining gizmo sheets from Wednesday, checked and displayed the homework. Viewed streaming video on Kepler's laws. Viewed The Universe: Alien Planets.
November 19, Thursday
Returned and covered the Rock Unit Test. Covered CH 29 Notes 24-28 and Powerpoint quiz. Solar System Explorer Gizmo available on-screen up front for those needing to complete data table. Homework: 29.1 Study Guide and Solar System Explorer Gizmo due tomorrow.
November 18, Wednesday
Anyone catch the Leonid meteor shower last night? Covered CH 29 Notes 13-23. Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. This gizmo is due Friday.
November 17, Tuesday
Students finished work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo. Returned student work.
November 16, Monday
Any students who did not complete the Rock Test must arrange to do so today. Covered CH 29 Notes 1-12. Students began work on the Solar System Explorer Gizmo.
November 13, Friday
Ring of Fire DVD
November 12, Thursday
Rock Test Today
November 11, Wednesday (4-Sight: 22 min. 1st - 3rd)
CPS review of the Rock unit. Rock Test Tomorrow!
November 10, Tuesday (4-Sight: 22 min. 1st - 3rd)
CH 9 Study Guide. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 9, Monday (Family Emergency; CH activities reordered to facilitate my absence 11/9-11/13)
Crossword review for unit test Thursday. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 6, Friday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished "How the Earth was Made." Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
November 5, Thursday
Collected remaining Metamorphic Lab sheets. I helped students begin work on the Rock Cycle Concept Map Activity. Homework: CH 6.1b Study Guide. Rock Test Thursday November 12th.
Steps to Follow (groups of 2):
November 4, Wednesday
Checked and covered homework. Students completed the Metamorphic Rock Lab Activity:
November 3, Tuesday
Short video clips on sedimentary and metamorphic rock formation. Students completed the remaining CH 6 Notes. Homework: CH 6.1a Study Guide
November 2, Monday
Collected remaining Rock Cycle Gizmo sheets from Thursday. Honest questions to consider as we move into marking period 2 (a.k.a. the second half of our course): If you are a person who did not perform at your best in the first quarter.... Did you put forth your best efforts? Use class time effectively? Complete the realistic number of homework assignments?......sometimes that's really all that it takes to do well. As for everyone who feels that they've performed their best.... keep doing what you're doing, and don't hesitate to go the extra mile. Remember: that which makes a good job candidate stick out is that which will probably get him/her the job. (Confidence and where is comes from: Brief story of an anonymous teacher from last year)
Covered CH 6 Notes through slide 28. Viewed more of "How the Earth was Made" (time permitting)
October 29, Thursday
Checked and covered the homework. Finished work on the Rock Cycle Gizmo and Igneous Rock lab. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 28, Wednesday
Returned and covered Mineral Test. Began the Rock Cycle Gizmo. Homework: 5.1 Study Guide. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 27, Tuesday
Students completed the Igneous Rock Lab. Igneous rock textures: Phaneritic, Aphanitic, Porphyritic, Vesicular, Glassy.
Samples for today's lab include #3 (found in ziplock bag), and #30, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36 from the mineral/rock kit; make sure you number these in order on lab sheet. The end of the first marking period is Tuesday Nov. 3rd. Submit incomplete "i" work NOW!
October 26, Monday
Viewed 5-min streaming video on the Importance of Rocks and Minerals. Covered CH 5 Notes and viewed streaming video clips and igneous rock samples.
October 23, Friday
Mineral Test and Lab Practical Today.
October 22, Thursday
Finished DVD from yesterday. Covered Mineral test content and format. Completed mineral test review puzzle. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Tomorrow 10/23
October 21, Wednesday
Earth Bio DVD: Volcanoes. Get completed Mineral Labs to me ASAP. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23.
October 20, Tuesday
Covered some potential mineral test questions. Students finished work on wiki assignment 4; this assignment is due Friday 10/23/09. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23.
October 19, Monday
Collected remaining mineral I.D. labs. Introduced and began work on wiki assignment 4. Mineral Test and Lab Practical Friday 10/23. Normally we would be testing tomorrow, but I postponed due to the number of people absent last week. Those who were absent need to arrange for time to complete the mineral I.D. lab. (Study hall, before or after school)
October 16, Friday
Students finished work on the MIneral I.D. Lab. Computers were used to help verify identification of samples. Lab sheets were collected at the end of class. Mineral Test forthcoming
October 15, Thursday
Students completed Part 4 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 23-29). Tomorrow we will wrap up this lab. You can then use computers to attempt to verify your identifications and ask me questions about the samples. This lab will be collected tomorrow.
On a side note..... has anyone seen my Neodymium bar magnets? Some of us were looking at them and discussing them before class yesterday and then they never turned up by the end of class. I won't be a happy camper until I find my magnets. Please help me find them.
October 14, Wednesday
Students completed Part 3 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 15-22 MINUS 19). See directions below. Note: This lab will be graded on completeness and correctness (slightly more on completeness).
October 13, Tuesday
How to I.D. mineral cleavage (tendency of minerals to break along planes of weakness). wikipedia pics vs. fracture
Students completed Part 2 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 8-14). See directions below.
October 9, Friday
Students completed Part 1 of the Mineral I.D. Lab (samples 1-7). Directions on the handout lead you to collect data on all samples before attempting to I.D. Some people prefer to use flowcharts to I.D. samples one at a time. I have HCl up front if you think you need it to positively I.D. a sample. The only other safety concern is sharp edges (BE AWARE: Glass can cut you!)
Also, you need to make sure you are working with the correct sample each time. If your sample has no number on it, check other kits around you or my master kit up front. The same goes for the Moh's hardness kit you are using.
October 8, Thursday
Finished watching the Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Clicker review of Chapter 4 "Minerals." Part 1of the Mineral ID Lab is tomorrow. Make sure you're caught up on wiki work.
October 7, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Began the Earth Biography DVD: ICE. Believe it or not, ice meets the definition of a mineral.
October 6, Tuesday
We covered CH 4 Notes slide 48-54. Students completed the Moh's Hardness Scale Lab Activity. Homework: 4.2a Study Guide
October 5, Monday
Finished Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. Tomorrow we're moving forward with mineral labs, so this will be the last class time for making sure you're caught up on wiki work. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well. NOTE: Make sure you are staying caught up on your wiki assignments. At some point in the near future, I will be visiting each of them to grant credit for your work. At this point you should have a wiki completely setup with picture, introduction about yourself and 3 completed assignments.
October 2, Friday
Continued work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties. If you're working in a group, when you're done you should copy the entire table and paste it onto your own wiki as well. NOTE: Make sure you are staying caught up on your wiki assignments. At some point in the future, I will be visiting each of them to grant credit for your work.
October 1, Thursday
Checked and covered the homework. Covered CH 4 Notes thru slide 47. Students began work on Wiki Assignment 3: Mineral Properties
September 30, Wednesday
Continued CH 4 Notes. Homework: 4.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
September 29, Tuesday
Finished and collected DVD sheets. Returned and covered Unit 1 Test (time permitting).
September 28, Monday
Scheduled test make ups. Covered CH 4 Notes thru slide 14. Viewed the first half of Earth Bio: Rare Earth DVD.
September 25, Friday!
Unit 1 Test Today. Students with extra time should complete Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections.
September 24, Thursday
I explained the Unit 1 test content and format. Students completed unit 1 test review puzzle. Unit 1 Test Tomorrow 9/25!
September 23, Wednesday
Students worked on Wiki Assignment 2: Map Projections. Unit 1 Test on Friday 9/25!
September 22, Tuesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students completed Topographic Map Sheet. Unit 1 Test on Friday 9/25!
September 21, Monday
Students finished the echo sounding activity from Friday. Contour map examples were examined on the overhead projector. Homework: Study Guide 2.2 Unit 1 Test on Friday 9/25!
September 18, Friday!
Students completed the mini-box echo sounding activity to create a seafloor map. This map will then be used to create a contour map. (NOTE: If you were absent for this activity, write a 2 paragraph summary of contour maps. Explain what they are, how they are used and feel free to include images from the Internet, etc.)
September 17, Thursday
Collected remaining "
September 16, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Students viewed the "Earth Biography: Oceans" DVD. "
September 15, Tuesday
Finished "
September 14, Monday
Checked and covered homework. I introduced and students began the "
September 11, Friday!
Discussed questions from yesterday's lab and then collected the lab sheets. Covered Unit 1 Notes slides 38 to 47. Homework: Study Guide 1.2 due Monday.
September 10, Thursday
I introduced the Water Taste Test Experiment. We discussed variables, hypotheses, and the experiment itself. Students conducted the experiment, recorded observations and collected data. Homework: completed lab sheet due tomorrow
September 9, Wednesday
Checked and covered the homework. Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 36. Used remaining time to finish Wiki Assignment 1 from yesterday.
September 8, Tuesday
Reviewed the concept map from Friday. Learned some basic wiki editing techniques. Began Wiki Assignment 1: Earth Systems Interactions.
Homework: 1.1 Study Guide due tomorrow
September 4, Friday
Covered Unit 1 Notes to slide 28. Worked on
September 3, Thursday
Viewed short streaming video "Why Earth Science?" Covered Unit 1 Notes to Scientific Method.
September 2, Wednesday
Created student wikispaces accounts and began creation of student wikis.
September 1, Tuesday
Checked homework from yesterday. Covered introduction to using computers in class and created explorelearning.com account.
August 31, Monday
Covered course syllabus and expectations. Homework: Get syllabus and technology use sheets signed for tomorrow.